How To Fix RSTT0478 - Expected floating point number &1 differs significantly from &2

RSTT0478 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTT0 - Trace Tool: Message Class Engine Layer

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Expected floating point number &1 differs significantly from &2

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RSTT0478 - Details

• The SAP error message RSTT0478, which states "Expected floating point number &1 differs significantly from &2," typically occurs during data processing or calculations in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with floating-point numbers. This error indicates that there is a significant discrepancy between the expected value and the actual value being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Precision Issues: Floating-point numbers can sometimes lead to precision issues due to the way they are represented in computer memory. If the expected value has a different precision than the actual value, this error may occur.
  Data Corruption: If the data being processed has been corrupted or is not in the expected format, it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Data Input: User input or data from external sources that does not conform to expected formats can trigger this error.
  Calculation Errors: Errors in calculations or logic that lead to unexpected results can also cause this discrepancy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Input: Verify the data being